The Merced/Atwater Tea Party Patriots will meet on Thursday, Jan. 19, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Pizza plus Fun in Winton at Almond Avenue and Winton Way. Guest speaker is Brian Weyland, candidate for the new 16th Congressional District that includes Merced County. Also speaking is Stuart Dodge from NorCal Tea Party. Call (209) 617-3208 with any questions about the event or email mercedteaparty@gmail.com.